What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Strood?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Strood is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Strood?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Strood is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Strood?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Strood. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Strood via London Paddington and Abbey Wood (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Reading to Strood?

The distance between Reading and Strood is 71 miles. The road distance is 70.6 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Strood without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Strood without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 17m and costs £35 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Strood?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Reading to Strood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Strood train from?

Reading to Strood train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Strood train arrive?

Reading to Strood train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Strood?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Strood is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Reading to Strood.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Strood?

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Reading to Strood - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Stroodtrain
2h 17m
£37–94
Drive 70.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Stroodcar 70.2 mi
1h 41m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rochestertrain Luton - Rainham / ...
3h
£49–98
Train #2
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochestertrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 2m
£35–76

Reading to Strood by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.3 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Strood, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Strood via London Paddington, Abbey Wood, and Abbey Wood (London) in around 2h 17m.

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